[Culture] Ounjian conducted ‘The Destiny’

 

(Denver = Wongeol Jeong) “The destiny knocks on the door like this.”

This is what Beethoven said when he composed Symphony No. 5.

At the time, Beethoven was in his mid-30s.

His hearing was deteriorating gradually, and Napoleon of France had occupied Vienna. It was a turbulent period, commonly known as the Napoleonic Wars.

Composed of four movements, Symphony No. 5 ‘The destiny’ continues with a fast, passionate, and powerful tone. It is undoubtedly a destiny far from ordinary.

Although the melody is already all too familiar, it undeniably possesses a captivating power over the listener.

The first movement follows a solo horn with violins, clarinets, and flutes. It’s an exceedingly famous melody that resonates with the power of the destiny. How ruthless must this destiny be to be so formidable…

The subsequent gentle melody represents a kind of ‘joy’ that follows the hardships of life. However, it is short-lived as the destiny never leaves humanity in peace.

The symphony ‘The destiny’ depicts the human ‘life’ while traversing between strength and gentleness.

Sometimes harshly, sometimes softly… It seems this was Beethoven’s perception of life in his mid-30s.

Even though his hearing was fading, his passion for music burned brightly. It became the driving force behind his splendid compositions.

The reason Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 could be so diverse might be because his destiny was equally multifaceted.

Adversity can also become the driving force that enriches art.